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Karsen Murphy from Montana to play in NCAA women’s tournament

By Big Sky Times | Mar 20, 2024

Glendive player represents Montana in the tournament.

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Illegal immigrant receives 40-year prison sentence for Bozeman homicide

By Big Sky Times | Mar 20, 2024

HELENA – Montana Attorney General Austin Knudsen announced today that Francisco Padilla Canales, an illegal immigrant in the United States, has been sentenced to 40 years in Montana State Prison for a homicide that occurred in July 2022. Canales pleaded guilty to mitigated deliberate homicide after inflicting multiple fatal stab wounds to a man he found in a relationship with his estranged wife."The victim succumbed to his injuries shortly after law enforcement arrived on the scene despite Canales attempting CPR after the attack," Knudsen stated.Canales had initially...

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2 basketball players from Montana jumping for first place in men’s NCAA tournament

By Big Sky Times | Mar 19, 2024

Bozeman and Lewistown players represent Montana in the tournament.

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Attorney General Knudsen Announces Retirement of MHP Colonel

By Big Sky Times | Mar 18, 2024

Montana Attorney General Austin Knudsen made an announcement today regarding the retirement of Montana Highway Patrol Colonel Steve Lavin. The retirement of Colonel Lavin marks the end of a distinguished career within the law enforcement agency."I’m grateful to Steve for his decades-long career with the Montana Highway Patrol. It was a pleasure working with him during his tenure as colonel to keep Montanans safe in their communities and on the road. I wish him well in his retirement," expressed Attorney General Knudsen.Colonel Lavin was appointed by Attorney General...

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Montana ranked 13th lowest in the U.S. for average income in 2021

By Big Sky Times | Mar 16, 2024

Montana ranked 13th lowest for average annual earnings per resident among U.S. states, according to data obtained from the U.S. Census Bureau.

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Montana inflation exceeds national average as of February 2024

By Big Sky Times | Mar 1, 2024

As of February 2024, Montana experienced a 20.6% increase in prices of goods and services since January 2021, compared to the nationwide trend of an 18.6% increase.

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VA provides 456 home loans in Montana totaling $181.1 million in Q4 2023

By Big Sky Times | Feb 21, 2024

The U.S. Department of Veterans' Affairs (VA) issued 456 home loans totaling $181.1 million in Montana during the fourth quarter of the fiscal year 2023, according to the Veterans' Affairs Home Loans Index.

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VA home loan amount averages $397,076 in Montana for Q4 2023

By Big Sky Times | Feb 20, 2024

The average VA loan amount in Montana during the fourth quarter of the fiscal year 2023 was $397,076, according to the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

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Average VA Purchase Loan amount in Montana declines from Q3 to Q4 2023

By Big Sky Times | Feb 20, 2024

The average VA Purchase Loan amount for Montana in the fourth quarter of fiscal year 2023 was $399,384, according to figures provided by the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index

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Number of VA loans issued in Montana decreases by 47.2% from 2022 to 2023

By Big Sky Times | Feb 19, 2024

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) issued 1,719 home loans totaling $661.1 million in Montana during the fiscal year 2023, according to the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

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Average VA home loan amount in Montana falls in Q4 2023

By Big Sky Times | Feb 19, 2024

The average VA home loan amount in Montana during the fourth quarter of the fiscal year 2023 was $397,076, a 6.5% decrease from the previous quarter, according to the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

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Montana ranks 40th in total VA home loans during Q4 2023

By Big Sky Times | Feb 19, 2024

Montana ranked 40th in VA home loans in the fourth quarter of 2023 with 456 loans issued, according to the Veterans' Affairs Home Loans Index.

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Montana ranked 20th in average VA home loan amount in Q4 2023

By Big Sky Times | Feb 17, 2024

With $397,076 in home loans issued, Montana ranked 20th in average loan amount for VA home loans in the fourth quarter of fiscal year 2023, according to the Veterans' Affairs Home Loans Index.

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Montana ranked 40th among U.S. states in total VA home loans during 2023

By Big Sky Times | Feb 15, 2024

Montana ranked 40th in VA home loans in 2023 with 1,719 loans issued, according to figures provided by the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

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VA Purchase Loans in Montana average $399,384 for Q4 2023

By Big Sky Times | Feb 15, 2024

The average VA Purchase Loan amount for Montana in the fourth quarter of fiscal year 2023 was $399,384, according to figures provided by the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

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VA provides 20.4% fewer purchase loans in Montana for 2023 vs. 2022

By Big Sky Times | Feb 15, 2024

The number of VA purchase loans in Montana for 2023 was 1,316 and totaled $518.9 million, according to figures provided by the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

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VA issues fewer Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loans in Montana in 2023 vs. 2022

By Big Sky Times | Feb 15, 2024

The VA issued 1,719 Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loans in Montana during the 2023 fiscal year, totaling $661.1 million, according to figures provided by the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

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2024 Issue Brief: Primary Care in Behavioral Health Press Release

By Big Sky Times | Feb 13, 2024

A new issue brief released by the Montana Healthcare Foundation emphasizes the crucial role of primary care providers in addressing the behavioral health needs of Montana residents. According to the report, more than half of Medicaid members with behavioral health needs in Montana receive care exclusively from primary care providers.The analysis of Montana Medicaid claims data revealed that primary care providers play a central role in the state's behavioral health system, even for complex conditions. Specifically, primary care providers deliver a significant portion of...

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Montana sees inflation increase as of January 2024

By Big Sky Times | Feb 1, 2024

As of January 2024, Montana experienced a 20.4% increase in prices of goods and services since January 2021, compared to the nationwide trend of a 17.9% increase.

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Montana Healthcare Foundation Announces $1.8 Million Funding for Community Projects

By Big Sky Times | Jan 31, 2024

Bozeman, Mont. (January 31, 2024) – The Montana Healthcare Foundation has revealed an initial round of funding amounting to $1.8 million for nine projects aimed at addressing local food and affordable housing needs across the state. Dr. Aaron Wernham, CEO of the Montana Healthcare Foundation, emphasized the importance of community involvement in addressing these essential needs, stating, "Communities understand their needs best."The funding is part of the foundation's new Healthy Montana Communities Initiative, which focuses on supporting community health by tackling...